Tags: walt disney | espn | wwe | 1.6 billion

ESPN to Stream WWE in $1.6B Exclusive Deal Starting in 2026

Wednesday, 06 August 2025 06:32 AM EDT

Walt Disney’s ESPN will become the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of all WWE events, including WrestleMania and SummerSlam, starting in 2026, the companies said Wednesday.

According to The Wall Street Journal, Disney is paying $1.6 billion for a five-year deal, or $325 million annually. The agreement includes full streaming rights.

ESPN also announced it will launch the new ESPN's direct-to-consumer streaming service on August 21, priced at $29.99 per month.

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Walt Disney's ESPN will become the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of all WWE events, including WrestleMania and SummerSlam, starting in 2026, the companies said Wednesday. According to The Wall Street Journal, Disney is paying $1.6 billion...
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